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France
FIFA #2
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Norway
FIFA #33
Date
Wed 1 Jul
Kickoff ET
15:00
CEST
21:00
Group
I
⏳ Date subject to FIFA confirmation

France vs Norway at the 2026 World Cup

France and Norway meet in Group I of the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday 1st July 2026. Kickoff at 15:00 ET in MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey). Mbappé vs Haaland. On the FIFA ranking, France are the favourite.

Stadium: MetLife Stadium

Stadium
MetLife Stadium
City
East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey)
Country
USA
Capacity
82,500

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Match preview: France vs Norway

France: France do what France do: reach the last four or better every two years. Since 2018: runners-up, champions, runners-up, semi-finalist at the Euros — a tournament machine that rarely fails.

Norway: First World Cup since 1998. With Haaland (City) and Ødegaard (Arsenal), two of the world's best.

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Frequently asked questions about France - Norway

When is France vs Norway at the 2026 World Cup?

France vs Norway is played on Wednesday 1st July 2026 at 15:00 ET (kickoff local Eastern Time). Date pending FIFA confirmation.

Which stadium hosts France vs Norway?

The match is played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey), USA. The stadium has a capacity of 82,500 spectators.

Which group are France and Norway in?

Both teams are in Group I of the 2026 World Cup, together with Senegal and Iraq.

Who is the favourite: France or Norway?

On the FIFA world ranking, France are at #2 and Norway at #33. France are the favourite.

What time does France vs Norway kick off?

Kickoff is 15:00 Eastern Time. That is 21:00 CEST in continental Europe.

Last updated: 2026-06-07 · Date/time pending

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